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Maine in July
Maine's warmest month brings highs averaging 79°F (26°C), lows of 61°F (16°C) and about 4.3 in (108 mm) of rain.
It scores 74/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 79°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 61°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 4.3 in (108 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What July feels like
Highs settle around 79°F (26°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights cool to an average low of 61°F (16°C).
Humidity averages 81%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.3 in (108 mm).
Long days help: there are roughly 15 h 01 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around July
July is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (September).
- Humidity season begins: 81% on average, up from 81% in June.
- Comfort slips from 77/100 in June to 74/100.
- Our New England Fall Foliage route recommends Sep – Oct, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes79°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics81% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.3 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Maine in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Cadillac Mountain
Highest point on the Atlantic coast and one of the first U.S. spots to see sunrise in fall.
Why now July scores 74/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Park Loop Road
27-mile road linking Acadia's lakes, cliffs and beaches, mostly one-way.
Why now Highs near 79°F and 4.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Ocean Path
Easy 2-mile shoreline walk from Sand Beach past Thunder Hole to Otter Cliff.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Mount Battie
Camden Hills summit with a stone tower and views over Camden Harbor and Penobscot Bay.
Thurston's Lobster Pound
Dockside pound in Bernard: pick a lobster by weight and eat it on the deck over the harbor.
Nearby in July
- Portland, Maine in July~51 mi · highs 69°F, 3.8 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- White Mountains in July~75 mi · highs 58°F, 4.7 in rain · 12°C (21°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Portsmouth in July~99 mi · highs 74°F, 3.6 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, drier
- New Hampshire in July~118 mi · highs 81°F, 3.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Maine in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Maine?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 74/100 against a best of 87 in September. Expect highs of 79°F (26°C) and 4.3 in (108 mm) of rain. Our New England Fall Foliage route recommends Sep – Oct, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Maine in July?
Average highs are 79°F (26°C) and average lows 61°F (16°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Maine in July?
Some: about 4.3 in (108 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.9 in (1241 mm).
What should I pack for Maine in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (79°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (81% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.3 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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